The Forbidden City September 15th 2011 Although a little repetitive, the forbidden city was definitely worth the trip! The architecture was really amazing, but I kind of wish it wasn't so restored. ... read more
Asia » China » Beijing » Forbidden City For centuries China stood as a leading civilization, outpacing the rest of the world in the arts and sciences, but in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the country was beset by civil unrest, major famines, military defeats, and foreign occupation. A... ... read more
I'm Emily! I'm seventeen and I am taking a gap year to travel the world and volunteer before I go off to college. Although communicating with friends and family back home is difficult because of the time zone difference and slow internet here, I hope this will be an easy way for people to check up on my travels!... full info